Unit 8 week 1 Vocabulary

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What does the word 'billowing' mean?

Back

Becoming larger and moving through the air.

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What does the word 'climate' mean?

Back

The typical weather conditions in a particular area.

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What does the word 'thaw' mean?

Back

A time when ice and snow melt.

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What is an example of 'billowing'?

Back

A flag billowing in the wind.

Front

What is an example of 'climate'?

Back

The climate in a desert is hot and dry.

Front

What is an example of 'thaw'?

Back

The thawing of ice in spring.

Front

What is the opposite of 'billowing'?

Back

Deflating or shrinking.

Front

What can affect the 'climate' of a region?

Back

Geography, altitude, and proximity to water.

Front

What happens during a 'thaw'?

Back

Ice and snow turn into water.

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How does 'climate' differ from 'weather'?

Back

Climate is long-term patterns, while weather is short-term conditions.